{"product_id":"come-catch-a-dream-9780063140806","title":"Come Catch a Dream","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNothing is impossible--not even being brave enough to ice skate again after a fall! With a poetic text and dazzling illustrations, \u003cem\u003eCome Catch a Dream\u003c\/em\u003e will appeal to every child chasing their dream, and fans of \u003cem\u003eThe Snowy Day, Jabari Jumps, \u003c\/em\u003eand \u003cem\u003eAfter the Fall\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA young Black child passes an ice rink every day walking home with Momma. Last year, the rink was tricky. It looked clear and smooth, but felt rough and rude after a fall. Brrr! Ouch! Even so, the child hasn't been able to stop thinking about that rink. The young skater is determined to do something for the first time: a spin on the ice. Because, as Momma says, nothing is impossible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAward-winning author Brittany J. Thurman's rich use of language and rhythm makes for a text that is perfect for reading aloud, while illustrator Islenia Mil's vibrant artwork captures the anticipation and excitement of a winter day at the ice rink. For fans of Gaia Cornwall and Dan Santat. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Brittany J. Thurman\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Greenwillow Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 11\/11\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 40\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.03lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 11.07h x 9.28w x 0.41d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780063140806\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAudience:\u003c\/b\u003e Ages 4-8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eReview Citation(s): \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e 09\/08\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e 09\/15\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e 11\/01\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThurman, Brittany J.:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrittany J. Thurman \u003c\/strong\u003eis the author of the picture books \u003cem\u003eFly \u003c\/em\u003eand \u003cem\u003eForever and Always \u003c\/em\u003eand the middle grade mystery \u003cem\u003eOpal Watson, Private Eye\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eand the coauthor of the middle grade novels \u003cem\u003eFearless: Boulevard of Dreams \u003c\/em\u003eand \u003cem\u003eFearless: The Takeover\u003c\/em\u003e, both\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003ewritten with Mandy Gonzalez. She is a former children's specialist, dedicated to ensuring children's literature truthfully reflects the world in which we live. Brittany holds an MFA in dramatic writing from Carnegie Mellon University and a BA in theater from Kingston University, London, England. She is an avid traveler and has lived in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, but now resides in her hometown of Louisville, Kentucky.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eMil, Islenia:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIslenia Mil, \u003c\/strong\u003e an Afro-Latina illustrator, blends captivating composition, intricate line work, rich textures, and vibrant hues to craft meaningful narratives. Raised in both the vibrant culture of Santo Domingo and the dynamic energy of New York City, she transports viewers into realms of imagination. She is also the illustrator of \u003cem\u003eLighthouse Ladies: Shining a Spotlight on Hardy Heroines\u003c\/em\u003e by Kris Coronado. Islenia Mil lives in New York City.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"booksdeli.com","offers":[{"title":"Brittany J. Thurman \/ Hardcover \/ English","offer_id":47430086459549,"sku":"9780063140806","price":39.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/5648\/9373\/files\/img_48fb67f6-7c50-4dee-9739-b671bc9c4b5e.jpg?v=1763762565","url":"https:\/\/booksdeli.com\/products\/come-catch-a-dream-9780063140806","provider":"booksdeli.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}